72. Terry Funk

The wrestling community mourns the loss of Terry Funk, a true legend whose impact on the industry extended beyond his illustrious in-ring career. As the founder of the Funking Conservatory, he created a lasting legacy by imparting his extensive knowledge and passion for wrestling to aspiring talents.

Through the Conservatory, Funk crafted a nurturing environment that honed wrestlers’ skills, from technical prowess to captivating storytelling. While his recent passing at 79 marks the end of an era, his legacy thrives within the countless individuals he mentored and the wrestling world he enriched.